It is easy to get caught in a food rut. We make the same things over and over again. But you can have variety without a lot of effort. Here are five of our favorite ways to make different but delicious chicken dishes in the slow cooker.
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It’s easy to take for granted the drink that wakes us up, gets us moving or sustains us through a road trip or a long meeting. But, in case you didn’t know, coffee has its very own holiday, so let’s take a moment to reflect on the many joys the revered coffee bean has given us throughout history.
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Your slow cooker makes tough cuts of meat – like beef brisket – unbelievably tender. That’s why it’s the perfect way to make these French dip sandwiches. We tested multiple methods of getting the most flavorful brisket from the slow cooker. This recipe uses beef stock, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce and few other ingredients to really bring out the deep, robust flavor of this classic sandwich.
UPDATED MAY 21, 2020: A rice cooker is a foolproof way to get perfectly cooked rice with minimal effort. It eliminates that undercooked crunch or even worse, the overcooked mush that can happen on the stovetop. Plus, it has the same set-and-forget ease of a slow cooker—simply measure out your ingredients, place them in the cooker and set the timer accordingly.
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Bethany DeVore studied interior design in college and is now focusing her efforts on blogging, creating, and soaking up the joys of toddlerhood. She and her husband recently bought a new home and are working to turn it into their dream home one project at a time. Her blog, Dwellings By DeVore focuses on attainable DIY projects and design inspiration that will fit any budget.
This protein-packed slow cooker stew is the perfect autumn meal. Our recipe takes 6-7 hours on LOW, so you can get your prep work done in the morning and have a comforting dinner on the table when the kids get home from their after school activities. 
Smoked sausage, white beans and slow cooked chicken make for a flavorful soup, especially with the addition of Italian herbs and spices. We also include chopped kale in this recipe for healthy vitamins and nutrients.
Pull on your favorite comfy sweater and great ready for pumpkin season. We’re rounding up our favorite groovy gourd recipes, from pumpkin donuts to pumpkin soup, so you can be prepared for the inevitable craving of pumpkin flavored food and drink. Yes, we even have a recipe for our take on the infamous PSL (pumpkin spice latte). Enjoy it while it lasts, because peppermint season is right around the corner.
